Rotating Machinery, Turbine and Compressor Control

Rotating Machinery, Turbine, and Compressor Control is an in-depth course that focuses on the control systems specifically designed for rotating machinery, such as turbines and compressors. Rotating machinery plays a crucial role in various industries, including power generation, oil and gas, and manufacturing, and effective control is essential for their safe and efficient operation.

The course covers the following key topics:

1. Introduction to rotating machinery control: Understanding the fundamentals of control systems and their application to rotating machinery, including turbines and compressors.
2. Control system architecture: Exploring the components and structure of control systems used in rotating machinery, including sensors, actuators, controllers, and supervisory systems.
3. Control modes and strategies: Learning about different control modes and strategies employed in rotating machinery control, such as speed control, load control, pressure control, and surge control.
4. Instrumentation and measurement: Understanding the types of sensors and measurement techniques used to monitor critical parameters, such as speed, temperature, pressure, and vibration in rotating machinery.
5. Control algorithms and tuning: Examining the design and implementation of control algorithms tailored for rotating machinery, including PID control, model-based control, and adaptive control. The importance of proper tuning for achieving desired performance is also emphasized.
6. Safety and protection systems: Exploring the safety and protection systems implemented in rotating machinery, including overspeed protection, temperature limits, and fault detection and shutdown systems.
7. Monitoring and diagnostics: Introducing techniques for condition monitoring and diagnostics of rotating machinery, including vibration analysis, oil analysis, and performance monitoring.

The course covers the following key topics:

1. Introduction to gas turbines and compressors: Understanding the basic operation, components, and applications of gas turbines and compressors.
2. Control system architecture: Exploring the structure and components of control systems used in gas turbines and compressors, including sensors, actuators, controllers, and human-machine interfaces.
3. Control modes and strategies: Learning about different control modes, such as speed control, load control, and temperature control, and the corresponding control strategies used in gas turbines and compressors.
4. Instrumentation and measurement: Understanding the types of sensors and instruments used to measure critical parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow rate, and vibration in gas turbines and compressors.
5. Control algorithms and tuning: Examining the algorithms and techniques used to develop control algorithms for gas turbines and compressors, and the importance of proper tuning for optimal performance.
6. Safety and protection systems: Exploring the safety and protection systems implemented in gas turbines and compressors, including overspeed protection, temperature limits, and emergency shutdown systems.